fairly

/ˈfɛə(ɹ).li/adv
Middle School
1

In a fair manner; fair; not biased or skewed or favouring a certain party

2

Favorably; auspiciously; commodiously.

3

Honestly; properly.

4

Softly; quietly; gently.

5

Partly, not fully; somewhat.

6

Almost; practically.

7

Of handwriting: neatly and legibly.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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